United States Twenty-dollar Gold Piece 1905 - 1911

The United States Twenty-dollar Gold Piece, or Double Eagle, was designed by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens and minted from 1905 to 1911. The coin features a striking image of Lady Liberty striding forward, holding a torch and an olive branch, symbolizing enlightenment and peace. This design, characterized by its high relief and dynamic composition, represents a high point in American numismatics and a testament to Saint-Gaudens' artistic vision. The coin is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.